What is Cartometric Cardiograpy?
Cartometric Cardiography™ is DigiBeat’s breakthrough approach to solving one of the biggest blind spots in home-based cardiac monitoring: spatial precision.
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Most cardiac devices on the market today—like thumb ECGs, wrist-worn trackers, and adhesive patches—only gather data from one or two fixed points on the body. That limitation prevents them from capturing the complex electrical and acoustic signals that travel across the chest, making it easy to miss early warning signs of serious heart conditions like arrhythmias or regional ischemia (Hannun et al., 2019; Attia et al., 2019).
The Spatial Problem in Traditional Cardiac Monitoring
The heart is a dynamic, three-dimensional organ. Its signals don’t just stay in one spot—they move across the thoracic region in a pattern that reveals important details about heart health. Yet, most commercial devices collect data from a single location, which means they often miss crucial insights (van der Velde et al., 2021; McConnell et al., 2022).
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Even hospital-grade multi-lead ECGs can fall short if electrodes are not placed correctly. In fact, incorrect electrode placement has been shown to result in misdiagnosis in up to 24% of cases (Bond, 2012). And these systems are too complex, expensive, and cumbersome for everyday home use.
Internal Mapping for
External Measurement
Cartometric Cardiography changes the game.
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Instead of relying on static sensors, DigiBeat’s system uses guided repositioning and intelligent spatial referencing to capture multimodal data from locations across the chest. Each reading is precisely mapped to the user’s anatomy, creating a spatial model that reflects how signals flow through the body—not just where they’re picked up.
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Using image processing, inertial sensors, and smart algorithms, DigiBeat interprets changes in waveform morphology, timing, and amplitude—offering a level of insight previously only available in clinical settings.
In short: It’s like having a full clinical heart exam, powered by your fingertips—without ever leaving home.
Why Cartometric Cardiography Matters
✅ Comprehensive Diagnostic Coverage
Multi-site data collection means deeper insights and better detection of spatially distinct abnormalities.
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✅ Scalable & Affordable
With one device used across multiple positions, DigiBeat reduces hardware costs and extends access.
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✅ Designed for Everyday Users
Easy-to-follow instructions and automated signal interpretation allow anyone to perform a cardiac check, anytime.
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✅ Real-World Impact
DigiBeat empowers early intervention, personalized care, and fewer emergency room visits. In regions where patients wait over 50 days for a cardiology appointment, this system fills the gap—helping patients and providers act before a condition becomes critical.
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The cost of a single ER visit for a cardiac event averages over $11,000. With DigiBeat, monitoring becomes proactive instead of reactive—providing peace of mind, better outcomes, and a smarter way to manage heart health.
Citations
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Attia, Z. I., et al. (2019). Lancet, 394(10201), 861–867.
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Bond, R. R. (2012). Clinical Cardiology Journal, 25(2), 78–84.
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Goldberger, A. L., et al. (2018). Clinical Electrocardiography: A Simplified Approach. Elsevier.
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Hannun, A. Y., et al. (2019). Nature Medicine, 25(1), 65–69.
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Martínez, J. P., et al. (2020). Sensors, 20(19), 5524.
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'McConnell, M. V., et al. (2022). JACC: Digital Health, 1(3), 350–366.
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